Founded by a husband and wife team way back in 1906, Van Cleef & Arpels has produced some of the most beautifully innovative jewelry in the world. From now until February, Paris' Les Arts Décoratifs Museum presents L’art de la Haute Joaillerie, a selection of over 400 stunning pieces, in addition to drawings and business documents chronicling the house's storied history. Pioneers of the invisible setting
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In her stocking feet, iconic American actress Marilyn Monroe was a tiny 5' 3", but with the help of Italian shoemaker Salvatore Ferragamo's heels, she spent most of her time on camera at a comparatively lofty 5' 7".
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Anyone who thinks that Giorgio Armani's work is "safe" needs to take a serious look at the designer's latest exhibition, Eccentrico. Unveiled after his latest collection at the house's Milan headquarters, this sprawling retrospective features 40 dazzling looks, in addition to a myriad of interesting accessories. Hats made of fans, tons of beading, Lady Gaga's famous metallic costumes from 2009,
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The calendar may say it's fall, but the summer vibe will be going strong in Echo Park this weekend for Filter Magazine's Culture Collide festival.
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From now until October 13th, Paris' Each x Other is playing host to a slew of contemporary work from emerging artists at The Future is Bright pop-up shop/gallery.
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Gordon Ramsay, everyone's favorite Angry Celebrity Chef, opened a new restaurant yesterday in The Grove.
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In honor of the fact that anyone can just stroll right into any Smithsonian Museum without paying a red cent, this Saturday Smithsonian Magazine is giving you a chance to hit up some of the country's best museums and cultural centers for free. While tons of cities are participating, Boston, with its slew of historical sites and world-class exhibitions, is
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You know those bands you wish you'd seen just a few years ago, before they were gigantically famous? L.A.'s NO is going to be one of those bands. If you're in the City of Angels, do your future self a favor and RSVP to their intimate acoustic show tonight at the adorable Nudie Jeans House. The first 50 folks in
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Marit Beemster is one cool lady. After leaving her post as a designer for Tommy Hilfiger last fall, she turned her gorgeous Amsterdam apartment into a unique, part-time restaurant, Marits Huiskamerrestaurant. This self-taught chef was sick and tired of the predictable vegetarian fare found in the city's dining establishments, and ready for a change of pace. Now Beemster is dishing up meat-free
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For the past three years, the folks of culinary guidebook Le Fooding have thrown their annual multi-day celebration in Manhattan; this year the movable feast is being held in glorious Brooklyn.
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Some say Berlin is the mother of all pop-up shops. While that may be a bold statement, the city is clearly a fertile ground for these temporary retail outlets. With a lot of free space at very attractive locations, which are not constantly rented out, the city offers great opportunities. Berlin is a perfect playground for upcoming brands, which are
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Opened just two weeks ago, we are more than excited about new venture Bubbledogs from husband-and-wife team James Knappett and Sandia Chang (previously at Noma and The Berkley). Serving a heady mix of gourmet hot dogs and exclusive champagne brands, this charming bar offers a delicious selection of ten different style hot dogs- we can’t wait to try the Sloppy
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If you're in NYC for the madness magic of Fashion Week and need to escape/shove comfort food in your face, head to Brooklyn's Battersby. This tiny restaurant is nestled on Smith Street in the twee neighborhood of Carroll Gardens, an unassuming spot that you might just pass by, if not for the crowd milling about outside, waiting for one of their
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It's Fashion's Night Out! While many stores across the world will have amazing deals, limited edition merch, free booze and banging DJs, only the Cheap Monday pop-up shop at Space 15 Twenty will have a piñata shaped like a skull! Said piñata will be filled with Cheap Monday gear and whacked open at the end of the night, much to the delight of partygoers
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Newly opened Russian restaurant Mari Vanna is a feast for the eye as well as the belly, offering traditional Russian cooking in a quirky yet glamorous setting in the heart of Knightsbridge. We love the vintage-inspired over-the-top interior styling including the Russian family portraits on the walls, Eastern European literature in the bookshelves and quirky knick-knacks and curious objects scattered
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